About Dave
Dave Boldebook is a licensed clinical social worker who has provided counseling for about 20 years. He trained at the University of New England in Maine and now offers therapy from his practice in Maine. He often helps people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure which next step to take.
He takes a straightforward, human approach in sessions. He listens carefully and focuses on building a trusting relationship first. That connection is used to look at what is holding a person back and to test small changes in day-to-day life.
Background and approach
Dave draws on several practical approaches, including acceptance and commitment ideas, client-centered listening, and cognitive behavioral strategies. He explains things plainly and helps people translate insight into concrete steps. There is an emphasis on both emotions and everyday routines that affect wellbeing.
Common topics he addresses include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, self-esteem, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related struggles, sleep problems, parenting strain, and career questions. He also works with issues tied to aging, cancer, caregiving, co-morbidity, and end-of-life concerns. Sessions focus on identifying manageable goals, trying different coping strategies, and adjusting as needed.
People who prefer a calm, direct listener who challenges with care often find his style helpful. He aims to support clearer choices and steadier coping as life changes unfold.
Practical approaches for online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a trusting relationship so people can find their own solutions and grow at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior, and teaches concrete tools to change unhelpful cycles and improve mood and functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will work together with the client to test different methods and pick what fits best for the person’s goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions to practical needs rather than forcing a single model.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let people use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a less visual check-in is preferred. Live chat and text messaging are convenient for short updates, brief coaching, and flexible check-ins that fit between work or caregiving tasks. These options make it easier to keep regular contact and to try therapy in ways that fit a busy life.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
Also works with
- Addictions
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Cancer
- Career difficulties
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Trauma and abuse
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 20 years
- Licensed
- Maine
- Languages
- English